Tax credits
News, insights and expert analysis on tax credits from the team at Kiplinger.
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14 Education Tax Credits and Deductions to KnowEducation From the $20,000 529 plan expansion to the return of the student loan "tax bomb," here's how you'll pay for school in 2026 and where to save.
By Gabriella Cruz-MartÃnez
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Ask the Tax Editor: Tax Breaks for VehiclesAsk the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on tax breaks for buying a vehicle, using a vehicle in your business and more.
By Joy Taylor
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Adoption Tax Credit: What You Need to Know for 2026 and 2027Tax Credits Annual IRS inflation adjustments have increased the adoption tax credit amounts. Here's what's new.
By Gabriella Cruz-MartÃnez
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New Bill Proposes $10,000 Home Upgrade Tax Credit for SeniorsTax News Some lawmakers want to offer homeowners over age 60 a new tax break.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Non-Refundable vs Refundable Tax Credits: What’s the Difference?Tax Credits Refundable tax credits and non-refundable tax credits can be confusing. Here’s how they work and how each can help you when you file your tax return.
By Katelyn Washington
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Ask the Tax Editor: Questions on Income Tax CreditsAsk the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor explains the difference between refundable and nonrefundable tax credits and answers more questions from readers.
By Joy Taylor
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Ask the Tax Editor: Why Are My Insurance Premiums So High?Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers tax questions from readers on the Obamacare premium tax credit.
By Joy Taylor
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Tax Credits for Energy-Efficient Home ImprovementsTax Breaks The 2025 Trump tax bill ended major solar and home upgrade credits; here's what's left.
By Kate Schubel
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How Benjamin Franklin's Simple Money Rules Could Help Lower Your 2026 TaxesIncome Tax Start your midyear tax planning with these simple, timeless money rules.
By Kate Schubel
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